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Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School
5.0
We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and provided lots of feedback on my son's progress.
- Kathryn P.
Lynnfield Childrens Center
5.0
I can't say enough about this amazing daycare that my son called 'school' for over 3 years. The staff are loving, attentive, energetic and get to know the kids really well from day 1. The rooms are clean, bright, fun and well organized. They follow a clear routine daily, yet allow for plenty of...
- Meghan T.
Oak Trees East Daycare
5.0
I visited in October 2016. We were welcomed by both providers who were warm, friendly and took time to explain the details and took us on a tour. We were impressed by the artistic environment and especially by the children who obviously loved their caretakers and who were open and friendly to us...
- Ray K
Little Mundo Bilingual Family Daycare
5.0
We were a 'structured daycare centers are best' family when we moved and found ourselves on many center waitlists and exploring other options for the "short term." In finding Patricia and Little Mundo, we found what we didn't know we were looking: Patricia is this incredible 'best of both worlds'...
- Audra M.
Kathleen Tringale
5.0
Kathleen is amazing! Our daughter has been here for almost a year and I have zero complaints! She is reliable, responsible, trustworthy, and caring. The kids love her and each other. She also teaches the babies sign language (which I did know) which has been so helpful for our little one to...
- Elizabeth N.
Preschools in Salem, MA
Covenant Christian Academy
83 Pine Street, Peabody, MA
The Pre-Kindergarten Program at Covenant Christian Academy is designed to nurture a love of learning and to establish a foundation for lifelong learning. Young children grow and learn in the context of affirming teachers, a high-quality curriculum, and the integration of Christian values reinforced...
Welcome to The Goddard School® of Saugus, where every day is filled with fun learning experiences! Each day, caring and attentive teachers provide your child with countless opportunities to grow academically, socially, emotionally and physically in a safe and loving environment.
We are a vibrant international early childhood education center that fosters multilingual development and cultural awareness in children ages 12 months to 8 years. Our unique environment provides excellent instruction in both English and Portuguese, creating natural bilingual development through...
Pleasant Street Preschool
15 Pleasant St., Marblehead, MA
A unique, one-classroom program thoughtfully designed for a small group of children to learn and grow together as they prepare for kindergarten. We offer a half day program for 13 children per day, ages 2 years 9 months to 5 years, Monday - Friday, 8:00am-12:30pm. Located in the historic downtown of...
Sunnyviews Family Child Care
38 Ashton St, Beverly, MA
SunnyViews is moving to North Andover, MA in November 2018 and looking for new toddlers and preschoolers! At SunnyViews, we believe in learning through age appropriate activities and play. We spend a large amount of time outdoors learning through doing. Meghan has worked with children most of her...
Shining Stars Learning Center
489 Lincoln Ave, Saugus, MA
Shining Stars Is childcare center focused on building a community within our school. The children we teach and care for, are from infancy to school-age. Our philosophies of care include treating every child the way you would like your child treated and realizing that every child is unique and...
First Steps Early Learning Center
6 Eastman Place 3rd Floor, Melrose, MA
Providing learning and care for children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old.
Kravenmore Kids Child Care
10 Peabody Avenue, Beverly, MA
WELCOME to Kravenmore Kids Childcare. The children refer to me as Miss Kerri and this is the twelfth year I've operated Kravenmore Kids. I am licensed by the State of Massachusetts for ten children. I'm blessed to have some truly incredible and very qualified assistants and some terrific families. I...
Gymboree Play & Music / Peabody
63B Pulaski St, Peabody, MA
Gymboree Play & Music, located in Peabody, Massachusetts, is an early childhood center that is committed to providing programs that promote holistic child development. The company offers infant care and academic programs for toddlers and preschoolers. Gymboree Play & Music also offers enrichment...
Tiny Blessings Family Child Care
5 Grant St, Peabody, MA
Philosophy:
Welcome to Tiny Blessings! Our goal is to provide a safe, caring, healthy environment for your children to learn, explore, and have fun. We provide a balance of play and learning. Our caring home teaches proper social interactions, sharing, good manners, and empathy for
others. We also...
Kiddie Garden Early Learning Center
240 Main St., Malden, MA
Location : 240 Main Street Malden, MA two blocks away from Malden train station
Our staff has over 20 years of combined experience. All our staff members go through an extensive training and background check that consist of a minimum of a CORI check, DCF & DEEC approval, Health and Mental record...
Miss Rinas Little Rascals
10 Bennett Hwy, Saugus, MA
Our childcare center includes a stimulating, fun, and educational environment for kids of all backgrounds ages 2 months & up.
Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School
101 Cedar St, Wakefield, MA
5.0
(1)
Children's Gathering Nursery and Day School is a child care facility located at 101 Cedar St. Wakefield, MA. The center has a comprehensive program that maximizes your child's learning potential through experiential opportunity in a variety of age-appropriate contexts from Infant, Toddler,...
5.0
"We loved this place! All the staff are very loving and you could tell they adored my son! The teachers and director were very accessible and provided lots of feedback on my son's progress."
Kathryn P.
Lynnfield Childrens Center
628 Salem St, Lynnfield, MA
3.8
(4)
Small child care center in Lynnfield caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. We are open year round, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
5.0
"I can't say enough about this amazing daycare that my son called 'school' for over 3 years. The staff are loving, attentive, energetic and get to know the kids really well from day 1. The rooms are clean, bright, fun and well organized. They follow a clear...
Meghan T.
Lynn Teddy Bear Daycare
520 Eastern Ave, Lynn, MA
4.0
(1)
Lynn Teddy Bear Daycare is an educational childcare facility located at 520 Eastern Avenue, Lynn, Massachusetts. The company provides child care, preschool and kindergarten programs and can accommodate 34 children. Lynn Teddy Bear Daycare offers full-time and part-time care services, Mondays through...
Oak Trees East Daycare
60 Brunswick Park, Melrose, MA
4.2
(5)
Oak Trees East is a fully licensed home daycare for children age 3 months to 5 years. We are located in Melrose, MA.
*Our child to teacher ratio is 3:1, so your child will receive the utmost attention.
*Montessori-style daycare
*Open Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6:00pm
*Breakfast, Lunch, and snacks...
5.0
"I visited Oak Trees East in July, 2016. I was aware of the divergent posts on Care.com and thought I would see for myself. I found it to be a welcoming, clean, safe, and creative appearing home daycare. Both providers were present and took time to make me feel...
Mary
Little Mundo Bilingual Family Daycare
115 Bayrd Rd., Malden, MA
4.0
(8)
Dear Families of Malden and surrounding areas,
Little Mundo is a home based bilingual childcare Program in Malden, Massachusetts, dedicated to offer the best in early education and care for children, 6 months of age to 5 years old.
In our school house, we are truly passionate about the field of...
5.0
"We feel so lucky to have found Patricia and Little Mundo. Our child had a difficult transition having been cared for by only family and had limited interaction with other kids. Patricia made sure to stay in communication with our family about our child's...
Erica
Kathleen Tringale
49 Merrill Ave, Lynn, MA
5.0
(1)
Kathleen Tringale provides a preschool and extended care program in Lynn, Massachusetts. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. Their aim is to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination. Kathleen...
5.0
"Kathleen is amazing! Our daughter has been here for almost a year and I have zero complaints! She is reliable, responsible, trustworthy, and caring. The kids love her and each other. She also teaches the babies sign language (which I did know) which has been so...
Elizabeth N.
Christina D
16 Bowen Rd., Peabody, MA
4.0
(4)
I am an infant, toddler and preschool OCCS certified teacher and director 1 and 2 lead teacher qualified. I am a licensed in-home day care provider in Salem. I have much experience in working with children in day care including play to learn preschool where I was a preschool teacher in a Learning...
5.0
"Wonderful Care
Christina has been caring for our children for the past 2 years. They have felt safe and loved throughout that time. Christina plans activities for the children each day and has a home that welcomes them in each morning. We are thankful for...
Kristi-Lynn C.
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Salem, MA
In 2025 what types of preschools can I find near me in Salem, MA?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Salem, MA. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Salem, MA for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Salem, MA?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Salem, MA, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Salem, MA.
How can I find a preschool near me in Salem, MA?
When looking for a preschool near you in Salem, MA on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Salem, MA who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.
Ratings for Salem, MA preschools listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Preschools in Salem, MA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed preschools.